What is Pure Maps?
Pure Maps is an open-source mapping platform developed as an alternative to Google Maps that focuses on user privacy. Unlike Google Maps, Pure Maps does not collect or store any personal user data.
Some key features of Pure Maps include:
- Open-source codebase that allows anyone to contribute and audit the project
- Vector-based map tiles that load quickly and provide smooth zooming/panning
- Search for locations and addresses in a privacy-focused way
- Turn-by-turn driving, walking and transit directions
- Support for custom map layers and data visualizations
- APIs for developers to build mapping features into their apps
The goal of Pure Maps is to provide an equally useful maps service as Google Maps, but without tracking user locations or gathering personal data. It is developed by a non-profit organization and is available for free use without advertisements. As an open-source platform, Pure Maps provides transparency into its practices and puts control of the mapping platform into the community's hands.